Screen Enclosures
There are different ways to enjoy the advantages of a screen enclosure in your home: you can enclose an existing porch or patio, or you can add on a screen room to your home. There are also many reasons to create screen rooms, not the least of which are to keep out bugs and other pests. Many homeowners with a screen enclosure find that the kitchen is no longer the gathering place of choice; guests will be drawn instead to the screened room. By definition, a screened room is a room without insulated permanent walls; it is enclosed rather by walls made strictly by screen and framed in by beams typically made of wood or aluminum.
Screening material is available in many different materials, some of which provide protection not only from pests, but also from sun damage to skin and furnishings. The quality of screen also affects its durability against the elements – some less expensive screens can be torn by the slightest brush. If sturdiness is your primary concern, a more durable alternative is fiber mesh 20/20 screen. Also called "memory screen", fiber mesh screen has an uncommon ability to resist sagging and warping over time and provides superior protection from all types of insects and pests, without compromising the transparency. For those homeowners whose priority is sun protection, fiber mesh solar screen is likely to be the best choice. Fiber mesh solar screen is uniquely designed weave which blocks both the sun's heat and glare while still letting the breeze flow through.
Retractable Screen
Retractable screens are a relatively new development in the world of enclosures, and they have been wildly embraced. Available for both doors and windows, retractable screens allow you to enjoy all aspects of outdoor living, at your own pace. Retractable screens are just that – a screen that is rolled away when not in use.
A retractable door screen is mounted to the door frame with a sealing mechanism (often a series of strong magnets) mounted to the opposite side of the frame. A retractable door screen can be used in conjunction with virtually any type of door, and is a fantastic way to encourage cross ventilation through the house, especially in one with few or no windows on the wall that the door is on. When not in use, the retractable screen goes virtually unnoticed.
Likewise, retractable window screens offer a great combination of outdoors and indoors. Because they are only in place when needed, retractable window screens do not get dirty as quickly as standard stationary window screens, and therefore do not need to be cleaned as often.
Retractable screens are also available in varying degrees of sun and insect protection, so be sure to consult a screen professional for guidance on the best selections for your area.
Screen Installation
The installation of any screen, whether you are enclosing an entire room or just a window or door, is a task best placed in the hands of a professional. There are so many ways to botch a screen project when you do not have the benefit of experience. Avoid these common pitfalls by consulting and hiring a contractor.
Finding the right screen contractor is the key to the success of your screen project. Contractors who specialize in the installation or replacement of screen rooms in your area will be familiar with the effects of your climate, and can help you select the correct screen enclosure for your home. Enclosure Guide’s FREE SCREEN ESTIMATE QUOTE FORM will help us determine the scope of your project, so that we can send the right contractors to you for a FREE quote or estimate. This FREE SCREEN ESTIMATE QUOTE FORM is simple, FREE, and holds you to no obligation. After completing this form, you will get a phone call from the Enclosure Guide staff to learn even more about your project.
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